Start your day with delicious breakfast ideas, from pancakes to eggs and smoothies.
Crunchy Seed Mix — Perfect Topping for Creamy Soups, Salads, Hummus & Roasted Veggies Add a burst of texture and flavor to your dishes with this crunchy seed mix, ideal
Homemade Seed & Almond Granola — Lightly Sweetened with a Hint of Cinnamon Making granola at home is totally worth it — nothing compares to the fresh, wholesome taste you
CHESTNUT GNOCCHI WITH CHOCOLATE-HAZELNUT SAUCE A decadent and unique dessert gnocchi made with sweetened chestnut purée and ricotta, sautéed in vanilla butter and drizzled with a luscious chocolate and hazelnut
SPINACH GNOCCHI WITH CREAMY GORGONZOLA SAUCE A comforting homemade gnocchi dish enriched with fresh spinach and served in a luscious, creamy gorgonzola sauce. Ideal for a cozy dinner with a
GNOCCHI ALLA SORRENTINA – CLASSIC ITALIAN GNOCCHI BAKED WITH TOMATO SAUCE AND MOZZARELLA This traditional Southern Italian recipe features tender gnocchi (or tagliatelle/short pasta) baked in a flavorful tomato sauce
FRENCH-STYLE DUMPLINGS WITH MUSHROOMS AND MORNAY SAUCE Transport yourself to a Parisian bistro with this elegant dish featuring tender French dumplings sautéed mushrooms and a rich, creamy Mornay sauce infused
HOMEMADE POTATO GNOCCHI – SOFT AND FLUFFY ITALIAN CLASSIC Learn how to make soft, pillowy potato gnocchi using baked potatoes with skin for extra flavor and texture. This classic Italian
SIMPLE VEGETABLE STEW WITH RICE This easy and comforting vegetable stew combines sautéed onions, peppers, and fresh tomatoes simmered to a flavorful sauce. Served with rice, it makes a light
HEARTY LENTIL VEGETABLE STEW WITH SOFT FRIED EGGS This comforting lentil vegetable stew combines tender green lentils with sautéed onions, peppers, and tomatoes, flavored with cumin and fresh parsley. Served
SHAKSHUKA-INSPIRED BREAKFAST WITH SCRAMBLED EGGS Inspired by the traditional Israeli Shakshuka, this breakfast twist features sautéed vegetables topped with softly scrambled eggs instead of baked whole eggs. It’s a flavorful
VEGETABLE STEW WITH EGGPLANT, POTATOES, AND TOMATO SAUCE This hearty Romanian vegetable stew combines tender eggplants, golden potatoes, peppers, and aromatic herbs simmered in a flavorful tomato sauce. Served with
SWEET BOILED CHEESE DUMPLINGS WITH TOASTED BREADCRUMBS This sweet boiled cheese dumpling recipe is a delightful treat that some say even rivals traditional plum dumplings (gomboti). Light, tender, and coated
HORTA — HEALTHY STEAMED GREENS FROM GREECE Horta is a traditional Greek method of cooking leafy greens gently in their own juices, preserving water-soluble vitamins. Serving with lemon enhances iron
FRUIT DRYING — TRADITIONAL PRESERVATION MADE EASY WITH MODERN DEHYDRATORS Drying is one of the oldest and simplest methods to preserve fruits and vegetables. Traditionally done by sun-drying over several
THE MOST SUCCESSFUL FRITTATA — CREAMY, FLUFFY, AND PERFECTLY RUSTIC This frittata shines with a light egg mixture enriched with Greek yogurt and milk, preventing dryness during baking. The technique
SALMON FRITTATA MADE FROM LEFTOVER FILLET — EASY, PROTEIN-RICH BREAKFAST OR LIGHT MEAL A delicious frittata using leftover salmon pieces, enhanced with capers and fresh dill. Quick to prepare and
ITALIAN FRITTATA WITH MIXED MUSHROOMS AND GOAT CHEESE — EASY, FLUFFY, AND DELICIOUS A beginner-friendly Italian baked omelette that requires no flipping or folding. Baked at a moderate temperature to
WEEKLY ASPARAGUS OMELETTE (FRITTATA) — SIMPLE, SEASONAL, AND DELICIOUS A quick and easy omelette perfect for any time of year, featuring tender asparagus and sweet sautéed onions. Use fresh asparagus
SPANISH-STYLE PORK SKEWERS (PINCHOS MORUNOS) — SIMPLE, JUICY & FLAVORFUL Pinchos Morunos, or Moorish pork skewers, are Spain’s take on North African kebabs. In southern Spain, they’re usually heavily spiced,
TONIC & REVITALIZING FRESH FRUIT JUICE — WINTER DIGESTION BOOSTER My favorite fruit combo for a fresh, energizing juice that’s especially helpful during winter when heavier meals are common. This
SOFT ITALIAN-STYLE FOCACCIA WITH CARAMELIZED ONIONS & GORGONZOLA This is that focaccia you get at Italian restaurants—cut into irresistible bite-sized squares in the bread basket, gone before you even realize
HOMEMADE MEDITERRANEAN FOCACCIA WITH CHERRY TOMATOES, OLIVES & ROSEMARY This weekend, I baked a batch of focaccia reminiscent of yesterday’s Arabic bread, but with a twist—the dough includes mashed potato
BAKED FETA WITH ROASTED TOMATO SAUCE AND MEDITERRANEAN VEGETABLES Whether you choose the original or a lighter version, this baked feta dish is phenomenal. The secret is quality cold-pressed extra
QUICK MEDITERRANEAN SALAD WITH CRISPY SPICED FLATBREAD Looking for a light lunch, dinner, or fresh side? This vibrant Mediterranean salad combines juicy cherry tomatoes, crunchy vegetables, tangy cheese, and crispy
WINTER SUMMER SALAD WITH CHERRY TOMATOES, CUCUMBER & ZA’ATAR Craving the fresh, vibrant flavors of summer salads in the middle of winter? This refreshing salad combines juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp
